Introduction to Physical Science

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What is a spoken or written summary of observations called?

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Description

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What is the process of comparing what you already know with new information to decide whether you agree with it?

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Critical thinking

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What type of data uses numbers to describe what is observed?

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Quantitative data

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

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What type of data uses words to describe what is observed?

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Qualitative data

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What is an assumption based on observations called?

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Inference

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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What is the difference between independent and dependent variables?

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The independent variable is manipulated by the researcher, while the dependent variable is measured to see how it is affected.

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What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?

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To provide a baseline for comparison against the experimental group.

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What is the significance of repeatability in scientific experiments?

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It ensures that results can be consistently reproduced, which adds credibility to the findings.

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